How to Make a Built-In Entertainment Center | I Like To Make Stuff
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- We rebuilt some outdated shelving to make a custom built-in entertainment center. This project was sponsored by LG. LG CineBeam : bit.ly/2NOzisQ LG CineBeam on Amazon: geni.us/ZAcqaHy
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Like most of our house, this feature was built around the super-advanced technology available in 1983. When we moved in, the shelves were too low to fit my flat tv, so I had to crudely knock out some space. The initial construction was also pretty dated, with routed face frames and thin, inset doors that needed to be rebuilt.
I got out some hammers and ripped out the old pieces so that I could get an accurate layout of the space. Once I got the dimensions of the empty area, Josh made a 3d model of the new entertainment center. We took this model and made a materials and cut list and got to work.
One mistake I see beginning DIYers make is that they try to make a piece of furniture inside an existing space. Meaning, they build a piece that should be square and plumb inside a space that is neither of those things. So, for this project, we are going to build everything in sections in the workshop and assemble them together in the empty space. This drop-in technique may leave spaces on the outsides of your pieces, but those can be covered up by trim or caulking.
Josh modeled the lower cabinets to fit a special project that LG sent me. Our plan is to store the projector in the cabinets and bring it out when watching a movie on the big screen. The rest of the cabinets will have a shelf or will hold our gaming systems. Josh modeled the doors to accommodate frameless, soft-close concealed hinges. If you are making new cabinet doors, make sure you plan the sizes based on the type of hinges you plan on using. We use a concealed-hinge jig to drill all of the holes for the hinges that we'll attach later.
On top of the cabinets there will be a long counter top made of two shorter pieces. On top of the counter there will be two separate sections of shelving; the "adjustable" and the "TV" sections. We made these two towers independent so we could maximize our plywood usage and to make it easier to move up the stairs to the living room.
The "adjustable" section is made of three uprights joined by a top with 6 floating shelves within. The uprights were drilled using a shelf-pin jig so that we could move the two columns of three shelves around to fit different size books or pictures. The "TV" section will have a longer area to house our TV and sound bar and a separate shelf above it for nick knacks. There is another piece behind the TV that will hide any wires that area hung behind it. The two sections will be screwed together and secured to the insides of the walls.
I used a paint sprayer to cover all of the sections in some primer and white paint. Once dried, we screwed the cabinets together and filled the gaps on the sides with thin plywood strips. We set the taller structures onto the counter top and secured them together and into the walls. Now that the casework is firmly in place, I cut some pine 1x4s into 1-1/2" face frame strips.
I purchased a retractable screen with a remote on Amazon that matched the opening perfectly. Thy are available in different lengths so you can chose the right one for your space. To mount it, I added a long strip of wood to the top of the built-ins so that the screen could be hidden away behind a piece of the existing wall. I ran the power cable behind the TV area along with the rest of the hidden cables and plugged everything in to an existing power outlet.
When fully extended, the screen stops 1/4" above the counter top, it was perfect! The remote works great even though the screen is slightly hidden away. The whole unit can go from display shelves to cinematic movie screen in about 30 seconds, it's so cool. When we want to watch a big move, I can pull the new projector out of its cabinet and set it on the floor. It boots up quickly and the beautiful picture is perfectly displayed on the screen. When we're done, just put the projector away and the screen retracts up into its hiding place with the push of a button.
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Explaining the troubleshooting when things didn’t go according to plan, and the way you solved it is very educational.
Favorite part about Bob's process and ILTMS! @dadmakes
yeah, I love his channel a lot because of it; it's taught me lots of ways to solve different problems I've run into.
Haha, having flashbacks to making the same realization about the adjustable shelf jig: "oh.... I DON'T HAVE TO DRILL ALL OF THE HOLES!" 😂😅
But it gives you SO MANY shelf height OPTIONS! It's completely necessary XD
Yay you do watch Bob's videos!
Some of the simplest things bring us the greatest joy.
I learned that you can fit a whole person into a row of cabinets!
Hi Bob, the most important thing you probably teach me is how much planning can make the rest of the project go smoother. But also that sometimes when executing something you realize that your plan isn't going to work, and that an alternative method is not failure.
Kirtney Kiefer Failing to plan is planning to fail
I'll second that statement. Figuring out the design first, knowing how you're going to build it step by step, etc., basically, having a solid "plan" in place makes the build that much more successful.
Thanks for going back to basics and showing some alternatives in your latest videos. It really makes them more approachable to your average, at-home woodworker who doesn't have access to every tool on the market. This is super helpful.
Hi Bob, I'm Adam and I like to watch stuff. :)
Hi Adam, I’m Alan and I like to watch you. I’m outside your window. Nice Batman pyjamas.
@Vandan Bhatt why are you like that?
Vandan Bhatt yeah well guess what I’m the 126 person to like it 🤣🤣😄
@@hunchovip6157 Oh yea? I was the 8.3K person to like it and my number is bigger so I win
Hi Adam, I'm Batman and I like to replay stuff. :)
Hey Bob! Great video as always. If I have to be honest, it's hard to really point out what I've learned from you and your videos. It happens while I'm in my workshop and just do things...then suddenly I would be like "Hey! that's how Bob made it!" or someone would ask me how to build or make something, and the answer almost always starts "Do you watch Bob? This is the way he figured it out!..." So really, thanks! :D
I'm no carpenter or wood worker, and everytime I watch your videos I feel more and more inspired to make some stuff! What I learn the most from your channel is that with persistence and hardwork I can basically do a great bunch of stuff, from simple shelves or chairs to welding tables and entirely new bathrooms! I learn so many techniques and new ideas here! It's awesome!
Thanks for everything I've learned guys! Hope to see what you come up with next time!
I am just about to start making a bookshelf slash work desk, and its practically the same thing you have done. I quickly remade my plans as there are tons of things you did that are better and would make my life easier. Thanks!
Hey Bob been a long time viewer but Im out. Not because of sponsorship, this one was awesome by the way, or your amazing tools. But in this video you clearly had a stud detector in your hand and didnt hold it up to yourself and yell, "Found one!" Not sure I can let that kind of negativity into my life anymore. ;)
Hahahahaha! I legitimately laughed out loud at that one!! Thanks for making my day better 👍🏻
Yeah they pull dad cards for not doing that everytime you have a stud finder lol
I think I'd end up holding it up to myself and going "didnt think so"
They had us in the first half not gonna lie
The real question is...
Are you still a viewer?
"I'm using pocket holes for this, which I know some people don't like and... it doesn't really matter." Savage
What I learned from this video: Huge projects that seem intimidating are not that hard to actually do. It's more like making small steps at a time until everything comes together. Also, jigs help.
Marvin Klein that’s how it’s done. Pick a spot and start there, then you’ll find the groove.
Wow great job! Thanks for teaching me that trick about how to square up two pieces of wood by screwing scrap pieces into your workbench!
I'm glad Josh finally got an office inside that cabinet. FIRST!
You commented this 21 hours ago? Or TH-cam having a problem with time?
I like your FIRST strategy, get it up there before the video goes live to the public. Just watch out for Forby and Anthony!
How did this guy do this ?
@@MapBot11 One day...one day...
@@kavanaghdarragh12 he is on the I like to make stuff staff. Check out the No Instructions podcast to meet and learn more about Bob, Josh, and occasionally the rest of the ILTMS staff.
Bob this is just in time. Going to be making built ins this spring and this will help tremendously. Great job!!
I really liked the shadow frame behind the TV for cable management. That is such a simple solution and one that someone could do with an existing builtin too.
Great job!
My dad has been wanting to build him a new tv stand this gave me some pretty great ideas thanks man!
What I learned? When using a studfinder the v shaped notch can be used to make an arrow shape with a pencil to indicate the center of the stud *Facepalm* DUH!
Amazing entertainment center as well! Great job!
Noticed this as well, was like oops I've been using that wrong all along!
I always get a lot of value from seeing how you use the existing space. Like with the attic closet or how you tucked the upper shelves back so the projector screen has room to exist out of sight.
I know those things are hard to reproduce, but seeing you work with a room like this helps my brain get ideas for our own spaces without tearing out walls and ceilings.
- Davis
always rockin the Foo tee! They should be a sponsor!
That would be so cool
i just got an i like to make stuff note book for my birthday and i love it! great quality!
I don't learn much from your videos I mean I do learn a little bit but I mostly watch your videos because they are soooooo cool.
As to what we've learned from these builds, I can say as someone that will be moving out in the next couple years, I have a ton of ideas for what I want to do to my future house! Stay awesome!
Offsetting the face framing on the shelves so they sat perfectly behind the vertical face frame - this made my heart sing! I never would have thought of that, but I will definitely remember to use that in a future build! Thanks Bob - this is truly an epic entertainment center!
Thats amazing. I have a projector and a screen now all i need is money, tools, and materials.
aurelio madrid how much could a projector cost?
@@erykzavala438 mine was really cheap like 60 dollars from Amazon it's not the best but it works just fine for what i use it for. Plus the screen which is 100 inches was $50 as well from Amazon.
You can rent out tools from home depot
Gonna need you to add on to the shop and give yourself a paint room. Then you can start working on building a speeder bike!
Ohhhhhh...
@@Iliketomakestuff Next subject on No Instructions: Speeder bikes, not motorcycles.
I appreciate how you show your process of having to work out solutions for obstacles that pop up. The tip of screwing boards down at 90 degrees for cabinet assembly is one that I will absolutely use. Thanks.
Planning on making my own builtin and I'm glad I could see you do it first. I always learn the most from the little details, how you clamp corners to the bench, building a hinge jig, combining painting pre-install and post-install, but mostly it's your method of problem solving. You take a unique approach to making things work good enough and explaining why you made that choice.
Love these videos I retiled my bathroom because of your tiling video
I’ve been subscribed and watching since 200k subs and gotta say you’ve always got the best content 👍🏻
Thank you Joey!!
I liked how you included face framing on the shelves so when everything is in place it looks seamless and they don't jump out at you as being adjustable shelves.
I don't think I learned anything specifically, but every time I watch a cabinet build like this one it makes me more confident I can do a wardrobe/closet build I'm planning. Our closet is too small so I'm planning to build a wardrobe built-in one corner of our master. Thanks for the videos.
Carcassonne FTW!!!
really impressed. if it were me, I would have centered that TV in the cabinets, but I'm thinking you centered it to the room. I probably also would have figured out a way to mount that projector. I do like that it is portable, but that projector could be mounted in a way to make it easily removable. As always awesome video.
I'm thinking some hidden magnets in the floor and on the projector case to make it 'snap' into place?
My OCD also wants to the TV centered. And I woukd have mounted the TV on its rear frame and got rid of the stand rather than cutting a gap in the frame. Still a cool project though
I agree, he should have explained why the TV's not centered. Also the projector, IMO a pain to drag in and out. Also wires just running on the floor, yeah, tell me someone is not gonna trip on that sooner or later. Wish he showed the audio equipment too, receiver, and speakers too.
Wow Bob, that came out fantastic!!! Awesome design and fairly simple to build, with no fancy techniques.
Hey Bob,
I have been a fan for quite awhile. I am a big fan of pocket holes and like when I see different ways you incorporate them into your builds. This video in particular gave me lots of ideas for future projects of my own. Keep up the great work and videos coming.
I accidently found your channel and am enjoying it a lot. I wish I had all your little gadgets like the corner clamps, spacing gauge and the thing you used to still the holes for the cornerscrews. Any time I had to build anything it was like had one arm, one he and the piece usually won the wrestling match. This is a beautiful build.
harbor freight is your friend, I bought like 5 corner clamps for like 3 bucks each, they even have some fancy ones for about 6 bucks
@@FabianRodriguez-vn8kg Oooo, great idea. I have one corner clamp and need more.
Love this TH-cam channel!!!!!!!
Thank you!!
As a cabinetmaker, I must say: you did an excellent job on this! I love the integrated drop down screen. My favourite detail though, is the clean look of the speaker bar mounted to the cabinet with no exposed wiring. Drool enducing!
I wouldn't have thought to make custom brackets for the screen, that was a great example of thinking outside the box to overcome a problem. Great job, and you've found a new subscriber!
Thanks Sean! I really appreciate that!!
I learned that doing a project like an entertainment center isn't as daunting as it could be. I've been putting off building one because I didn't think I had the right tools, but looking at how simple the construction can be if it's designed right, this project suddenly seems much more digestible. Thanks!
Hi there, first time watcher, and now subbed.
I was hoping to see more of how you set up the back. I want to have all my consoles hooked up but it will be a cord nightmare.
Also what about cooling for the electronics? Or having easy access to back of the set up?
Looking forward to the next video.
In addition to the cables, what did you do to the back side to finish in the other room?
This is neat! I guess happy accident that there's room above shelves to hide projector screen. Good job 👍👍👍👏👏👏
Oh question, what are you doing with the space behind the shelves?
I loved the use of that little guide to make sure you had the cover piece centered. The application of a made to purpose measuring tool like that is one of favorite parts of building and problem solving.
I have come back to re-watch this one many times. Part of it may be because I'm obsessed with built-ins, but also it's really cool to watch how you adjust to things as the build goes.
14:30 ish, can’t you mount the sound bar below the T.V.
Cool
The 1x material screwed down to the bench for a 90 was a great idea. I’m about to do some built-ins for my den and the ceiling is sloped down (as opposed to being 90 degrees to all 4 walls) and the face frames to hide gaps is fantastic. Will definitely be using that trick!
I picked up the idea to make a frame behind the TV to hide wires and make the cabinet look custom fit. Great project.
Learned you didn't need to mount the divider in between the two doors that you can add a divider to one side that way you have full clearance of the whole Bay.
i caught that one too! I learned that trick a few years back when someone did it on my parents cabinets, mind blown!
The pocket holes are so satisfying lol
The shelf jig and using the wood pieces to hold the units together while drilling. Excellent build and always ALWAYS enjoy your inventions!! Thanks man
Amazing job! It looks great! I loved the faceframe pieces. It made a big difference. The shelves looked nicer because they looked slightly thicker but you’re not losing any space. I learned that faceframes are a great way to make it look nicer
22:55 Is that where Josh lives now?😂
yeah he loooooves it
it's just like soos's break room in gravity falls lol
I might be too late for this but how exactly is he related to Josh?
@@user-uh9jy7ss4m he's not
@@forby_ so is he like an assistant or something?
3:15 Good tip. Those 90 degree clamps are way too expensive.
sure
cardsfanbj try looking at flea markets and estate sales. I always grab the old style ones when I see them and they are usually around 3-10 bucks a piece.
Yes, good tip, but I wouldn't drill it into my worktop. I would have just used clamps to hold it down. No use making unnecessary holes!
Loved how you did the face frame for the removable shelves. I never would’ve thought of doing it that way but it’s so much simpler
I had a great teacher, as a kid getting into making stuff. My dad was inventive, encouraging and always there to show me how to use the tools in his shop. We remodeled houses and built furniture, worked on cars and motorcycles and basically just lived a life of do-it-yourself. I was a “maker” before I ever discovered the maker-verse online. I’m 50 now and dad is unable to do any of this stuff anymore. Too many years working a back-breaking job and not doing it the ‘safety-first’ way every day took its toll on his health. But I have a shop of my own, now and I love getting in there on the weekends and any time I can to...well...make stuff.
I learn from everybody, but it’s not ‘how-to’, so much as it’s ‘this is my way’.
Your way is usually pretty alright, Bob. I’m a fan.
"that's a big soundbar" - me, before I realised that they were installing the screen...
What paint did you use? I’m having a hard time finding a good paint.
Try Benjamin Moore Advance. I used it on all of my interior trim and it’s good stuff. I brushed it and it levels really well but would imagine it could be thinned for spraying. Takes awhile to fully cure but it’s very durable afterwards.
John Sholian thanks. I’ll give it a try
This is one massive and great build! I love how you explain your way around the obstacles you encountered. hope to see more!
Bob keep these home themed builds coming!! I love them! Especially your renovations
*bOB tHe bUILdEr*
He loves to make stuff...
some people don't like pocket holes?? 🤔 *OH WELL.* 😂
Josh's hand coming out of the cabinet cracked me up. Love how it all turned out!
This project is genius. One of my favorites. Really well thought and executed. Kudos!
I just don't see the point of a large-ish TV and a screen with a projector in the same space.
I feel the same way. I had a 100 inch screen for my projector in my living room with a 50 inch tv in the corner next to it. Figured i would use the tv for mostly everything and the projector just for movies at night, but i ended up just removing the tv entirely because the projector i have works so well in a light room that i never ended up using the tv. Then bought some blackout curtains for my windows and now its even better.
I'm an AV Tech and for me, I would much rather watch mundane things like the News/Weather on a TV, than burn out a projector. Save projector for grand events like sporting finals and movies. The only thing I have an issue with on built ins, is that you are now bound by a size of TV. What if in a year or so, a good 80" is on sale for a great price? Oh you can't buy it because it won't fit. I always prefer a flat section for TVs for this very reason.
Also, why cut out that timber sheet to slide the TV into? Why not leave it a solid sheet and 'wall mount' the TV. Most (if not all) larger TVs have wall mount options on the back. Brackets cost anywhere from $50 to $100......
@@DamienBoath I'm assuming he thought of that and if that does happen give him excuse to do it again. Job security?
For sure. I'll watch another video. ;)@@sorrygunsathome
I can't imagine being his wife with him tearing up the house every so often.
It looks pretty worth it though, and it seems like Bob doesn't drag out work for months and months. Sooner or later that house is going to run out of things that he can tear apart and redo, though. And what then?
I wouldn't mind a husband that would let me tear up the house all the time to build new stuff lmao
Bob I loved this entire video! I am not a maker, just like to DIY every now and then but I love learning all new tips and tricks like what to do if you don’t have a corner clamp! The bits videos are also awesome. As someone who’s been here since the simple vacuum former I’ve learnt so much and enjoyed every second of it! Thanks for always making amazing content ☺️
Thank you so much Grace!!
The craftsmanship you display in all your videos is top notch. As always, great build and video.
Where’s the audio coming from, when you’re watching from the projector.
I am not suggesting this is how they're gonna use it, but the projector itself has a speaker and bluetooth audio out.
Lg tvs and projectors can wirelessly transmit to compatible LG sound bars. Of course it's not as good as a proper Toslink connection but better than Bluetooth.
Where's the chandelier you promised me last year Bob?
22:56 you know its on another level work when someone is giving you what you want when you open that cabinet
Great New idea for me. I have an awkward living space and this would simplify the small space and make it comfortable. You made what looked like a complicated project into easy step by step instructions.
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he spoiled me xmen dude
I like how the big To is in the shop while the smaller one is in the family living room. Love your vids been watching for years, keep up the great work!
The tip for no corner clap was useful to me. Such an easy fix that I may have not thought of. Thanks Bob and the rest of the I like to make stuff staff, for the content you make. Always entertaining and educational.
Very nice. I love your work. You're such inspirational.
Thanks to your videos I have built a lot of projects, and have become much more confident with modeling software to get a good idea of what I'm designing. Thanks for all the tips!
This looks really cool! You guys did a great job on this!
Hey Bob I really liked the trick you showed for mounting two pieces in a 90 degree angle when you don't have the special clamp! Thanks for all the free entertainment and knowledge! A big fan from Greece!
So many small things i learned from this. Everything from how to effectively hide yhe ugly wires of a tv to how to hold pieces at a 90° with scraps. Thank you so much for all the tips and great content.
Thanks, Bob, for the great video. I was pleased to learn about the framing you did for the television. What an interesting way to make it appear wall mounted. I look forward to using this technique as I construct such a center for our knotty pine family room.
Wow! I really like the ajustable shelf jig! Awesome!
Awesome video. I never thought about having both viewing options. I've always thought of having a room for a projector or TV but this incorporation of both is genius.
I am planning a faux fireplace with side shelving and I really appreciate seeing how you did the shelves. Wasn't exactly sure how to do the edging/face framing.
Bob you never disappoint dude, excellent video! I love how you point out that you make mistakes and simple ways to fix or work around them.
Hi Bob! I realized I can actually build something instead of just watch others doing. I love your videos and the way you solve the problems as they appear.
Those edges in the shelves are an amazing solution. I'll definitely use it in my house.
I liked the shadow box thing you did. I always learn a lot about furniture making and home renovations from your channel. I’d love to see more woodworking projects, car projects, electronics projects
Awesome Carpentry. Tons on amateur mistakes on the AV setup. But most people will love it and never know the difference. Thanks for the quality workmanship.
This is awesome. Love that you can go from casual tv watching to home theatre so easily.
Your T-shirt Fu is legend, sir. I freely admit to watching some of your videos(dealing with things I can't do or have no interest) just to see the shirt choices.
I learn something every single video actually. I'm building a small garage apartment behind my house and using a lot of your techniques for some of these little projects.
alfonso Pina you should post some videos of the build
Bob that turned out fantastic 👌👍. You guys did a great job. I can't say as if I've learned something new, but I did get a refresher on the different ways to make a squaring jig.
Thanks for sharing and God bless
This is really cool! So glad I found this channel. Amazing work, Bob.
That's really good work!) Congratulations!!!
Excellent! Thanks for the inspiration... Keep up the great work!
Loves the hack about screwing down the wood to your work surface to build the cabinets. super helpful for a new builder like myself.
I really liked the DIY right angle clamp you guys did on the workspace table. Tricks like that are really neat
Sir you are really amazing! Especially the techniques that you use. The main things that I learnt from ILTMS are no compromise with quality, perfection and consistency.
The way you did the 90 degree angles for the cabinets was a good thought. Had struggled without having a corner clamp for a time. Covering the trimming was also a concept I was unfamiliar with, but makes it look so nice for painting. I'm fairly new to woodworking, so your videos are very helpful. Thanks man, keep it up!